The more personal a story, the scarier it can be to write. Thanks to everyone who encouraged me throughout the creation of this book, especially my agent, Ammi-Joan Paquette, and my editor, Krista Vitola. Thank you to Erin Dionne, Heather Kelly, and Megan Kudrolli for the thoughtful feedback; to Josh Funk for help brainstorming titles; and to Alisa M. Libby, Sarah Chessman, Susan Lubner, Susan Lynn Meyer, and Patty Bovie for much-needed emotional support. Finally, as always, thank you to my family and friends, especially to Ray and Lia, for always cheering me on.